Lenteclin

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Lenteclin Information

Lenteclin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Lenteclin have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Lenteclin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Lenteclin include Sensitive to light. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lenteclin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lenteclin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Lenteclin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lenteclin related warnings talks about Lenteclin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Lenteclin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Lenteclin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Lenteclin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Lenteclin Benefits & Uses

Lenteclin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lenteclin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Urethritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Cervicitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Anthrax
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 months
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lenteclin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lenteclin safe for pregnant women?


    Lenteclin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Lenteclin safe during breastfeeding?


    Lenteclin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Lenteclin on the Kidneys?


    Lenteclin is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Lenteclin on the Liver?


    Side effects of Lenteclin rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lenteclin on the Heart?


    Lenteclin is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Lenteclin with Other Drugs

Lenteclin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mild



Lenteclin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lenteclin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Lenteclin

  • Is this Lenteclin habit forming or addictive?


    Lenteclin does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Lenteclin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Lenteclin should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Lenteclin for mental disorders.

    No

Lenteclin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lenteclin


    Lenteclin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lenteclin


    Information about the interaction of Lenteclin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Lenteclin

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Lenteclin with penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Lenteclin with penicillin. Because Lenteclin is bacteriostatic which may affect the bactericidal effect of penicillin.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lenteclin with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Lenteclin can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lenteclin along with ibuprofen?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lenteclin can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Lenteclin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Lenteclin is a brand name for doxycycline. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called tetracycline. It is available in different dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, syrup, and cream. Lenteclin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial as well as protozoal infection. It is used in the treatment of various type of infections such as pneumonia, respiratory tract infection, rickettsial infections, sexually transmitted infections, ophthalmic infections, anthrax including inhalational anthrax, and prophylaxis of malaria. It is also used in combination with other medications to treat acne and pimples. Sometimes Lenteclin is also used as an alternative treatment for selected infections when penicillin is contraindicated.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Lenteclin with contraceptive pill?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Lenteclin with contraceptive pill because medicine can decrease the effects of the contraceptive pill. Keep your doctor informed before taking them together. Try other methods of contraception such as condoms, barrier methods to avoid unwanted pregnancies.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Doryx® (doxycycline hyclate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 829

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1191-1193

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